Progressing towards an explosive arena-rock hook, the beating heart of Submersion is its sense of story and artistic expression – traits that always ring loud with Waking Stone. However, in this case we seem to have reached a performative crescendo, a kind of Pink Floyd-influenced realm of pure musicality and poetic contemplation united.
Rock
Energetic indie vibes blend extensive melodic guitar lines with summertime lightness and a punk-rock pace – myqo join forces with Raphael Low, for the intensely catchy new anthem scream.
Eonian bring the energy and catchy optimism this season, with the beautifully colourful and anthemic new rock single I’m Alive.
Celebratory pop rock with a hazy nostalgic mix – Alexander Beresford writes melodies and songs from the heart, throughout the likes of his single Don’t Break My Heart.
From humble acoustic beginnings into an instant demonstration of a classic hook, The Arcadeans capture the essence and uplift of rock and roll, with their poetic and catchy new single Let It Rain.
“The journey began as Free Mace relocated to Jacksonville, FL in 2020 after residing in St. Augustine Beach, FL for 2 years. The music scene of St. Augustine was very focused on tourism and cover music; limiting original artists to only a handful of venues.”
Great British rock with a quirky undertone in both voice and rhythm – Jonny Herman captures a classic moment of quirky, nostalgic appeal, with the bright and catchy new single Old Romantics.
Expect gritty and impassioned vocals and absolute musical unity, as Justin Timberlake’s Sexy Back gets a whole new look, for the sub-three-minute explosion that is The Reckless’ new single.
Stop the press for this one – Friday’s biggest track, an indie gem of a hit that’s as distinct as it is impassioned and beautifully satisfying. Vacation Bible School present a unique chemistry of traits, throughout their intoxicating indie rock anthem nvrgivup.
Musically colourful and uplifting, lyrically poignant, political and unapologetic, The Rest Of Us leads with clear-cut images and scenes, and at the same time injects a boldly catchy groove and melodic thread to really make sure these ideas linger in the mind. A job well done.
Swedish rock three-piece Frank Follows reignite the flame of indie rock, with a likable fusion of strong riffs, bright guitar tones, and raspy, tired but emotive vocals.
Ambient and reverb-soaked indie rock presents a conceptual deep-dive into the life of a parent whose daughter is one of the many millions emotionally invested in Taylor Swift.